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Aromatherapy Recipes: Moisturizers

When used in moderation, essential oils can make very effective moisturizers that can relax or invigorate. Do not use these on broken or cut skin. As a general rule, do not to exceed ten drops of total essential oils per lotion, and try to keep it around five for maximum effectiveness. Please read all the warnings at the bottom before using.

Cellulite Rub: 2 d. bay oil * 2 d. lemon oil * 4 d. lavender oil: in 20 ml sesame oil.

Chapped Lips: 3 d. chamomile * 2 d. benzoin: in 1 teaspoon sesame oil.

Dull Complexion Moisturizer: 2 d. orange oil * 1 d. lemon oil * 1 d. lime oil: in 20 ml carrier oil. Good also for thread veins.

Oily Skin Moisturizer: 2 d. cedarwood oil * 1 d. juniper oil: in 20 ml carrier oil.

Rich Moisturizer: 3 d. myrrh oil * 2 d. rose oil: in 20 ml carrier oil.

Stretch Mark Treatment: 1 d. frankincense oil * 1 d. sandalwood oil * 2 d. lavender oil: in 20 ml carrier oil. Rub in lightly, using only fingertips.

Winter Weather Moisturizer: 2 d. patchouli oil * 2 d. sandalwood oil * 2 d. myrrh oil: in 20 ml carrier oil. Use almond oil for more sensitive skin, and sunflower oil for oily skin.

Please read the following warnings about essential oils:
Oils which ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR HOME USE include, but are not restricted to: cinnamon, clove, hyssop, and sage.
Oils which SHOULD NOT BE USED DURING PREGNANCY include, but are not restricted to: basil, clove, cinnamon, fennel, hyssop, juniper, marjoram, myrrh, peppermint, rosemary, sage, and white thyme.
Oils which SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR STEAM FACIALS include, but are not restricted to: bay, clary sage, ginger, juniper, pine, and tea tree.
Oils which are PHOTOSYNTHESIZING include, but are not restricted to: lemon, bergamot, lime, and orange. Do not go out into the sun for at least two hours after applying these oils to your skin.

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